WEDNESDAY AUGUST 17, 2016
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No takers yet on downtown patios TRE VOR CR AWL EY
Though the city’s seasonal outdoor patio bylaw was officially adopted in July, there hasn’t been a single application by a downtown business for a patio area — either constructed or for bistro tables. If any downtown business wishes to apply for a seasonal outdoor patio and set up for the remainder of the summer, a September 1, 2016, deadline is fast approaching. Applications are available on the city website, while Rob Veg, the senior planner, can answer any questions at 250-2041 or email at rob. veg@cranbrook.ca. On Monday, city council gave third reading to amending the municipal ticketing system to give staff the authority to issue $150 fines for businesses that have patios but no permit.
According to a city report, the $150 fine is comparable to other municipalities. Construction values way up Residential building permits and construction values in Cranbrook are way up, both in the second quarter and year-to-date, according to David Kim, the city’s top administration officer. In an update to city council, Kim reported that the second quarter total construction values reached roughly $6.5 million, which is almost double the value from Q2 2015. Kim attributed some of the rise in values to activity from Alberta, while Cranbrook Mayor Lee Pratt touted the city’s willingness to work with land developers.
See COUNCIL, Page 4
Rash of car thefts keep RCMP busy F O R T H E TOW N S M A N
Cranbrook and Kimberley have seen an influx of stolen vehicle calls over the past week. On August 9, Cranbrook RCMP received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle in the Wycliffe area. RCMP members responded to investigate and located the vehicle with two occupants, a man and a woman, sleeping inside. Upon further investigation it was determined that the vehicle was stolen out of Alberta and a number of items in the vehicle appeared to be stolen. The items included a number of firearms, one of which was loaded.
The two occupants, both from Alberta, were taken into custody without incident and a number of charges are being considered at this time. That investigation also revealed that a third occupant was involved in the incident, who went and stole another vehicle in Kimberley on Thursday morning. A sighting was reported and Cranbrook and Kimberley RCMP, along with Traffic Services, managed to stop the vehicle on King Street and arrest the 25 year old female driver and lone occupant.
See CAR THEFTS, Page 4
Cranbrook’s Gord McArthur and Fraser Bowden have made their vision a reality with the official opening of Arq Mountain Centre this week, at 1924 Industrial Rd 2. Arq Mountain Centre is the culmination of years of planning and preparation in a facility that features climbing walls up to 40 feet high for all ages and abilities. There are also areas dedicated for kids, for fitness, a studio for yoga and other activities, a retail shop and food and beverage area. For more information, visit their website at www.arqmountaincentre.com. Barry Coulter photo
Thursday August 18th
Tickets $10 in advance $15 at door. Dinner reservations avaliable doors 6 pm show 8 pm on the Trickle Creek patio.
$49 early twilight golf starting at 1 pm
Amy Thiessen
Call 250-427-3389 ext 1 for tee times and Ext 2 for show tickets.